Easy Puff Pastry Appetizer with Ground Beef
Looking for a fast and flavorful appetizer? This puff pastry delight is quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any occasion. With gooey cheese, savory ground beef, and flaky golden pastry—what’s not to love?
Ingredients
(Serves 6–8)
- 2 x 400g puff pastry sheets (store-bought for speed!)
- 3–4 teaspoons mustard (adjust to taste)
- 150g hard mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced or grated
- 150g ketchup (for spreading or dipping)
- 200g ground beef, cooked and seasoned
- 1 chicken egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- A bunch of dill, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread mustard evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese, followed by half of the cooked ground beef and half of the chopped dill.
- Place the second puff pastry sheet on top and gently press to seal. Repeat the layering process with the remaining mustard, cheese, beef, and dill.
- Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish, then lightly score the pastry into squares or rectangles without cutting all the way through.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before cutting into pieces. Serve warm with ketchup for dipping, if desired.
Tip: You can prep this ahead of time and reheat just before serving—great for parties!